Newborns who have bleeding disorders (such as hemophilia ) are also at increased risk of bleeding in the brain. Most infants with bleeding do not have symptoms, whereas others can be sluggish (lethargic), feed poorly, and/or have seizures. [msdmanuals.com]

In adults, brachial plexus injuries are the result of trauma such as falls or motor vehicle accidents. In babies, the brachial plexus nerves in the shoulder are vulnerable during the birth process. [hopkinsmedicine.org]

Most birth injuries fall into 1 of 3 main categories: orthopedic injuries; nerve injuries, and brain damage. Understanding the various types, causes and significance of birth injuries can be difficult. [birthinjuryhelpcenter.org]

When these decisions are so bad that they fall below the accepted standard of care for your community, they are medical malpractice. [psblaw.com]

Medical negligence occurs when a healthcare professional’s performance falls below the standard of care expected in the medical community. [forthepeople.com]

Asphyxia causing brain damage may also fall under medical practice when it occurs before birth or after birth if the doctors played some role in its effect. For example, if a doctor failed to warn a mother about a possible complication. [dolmanlaw.com]

The clinical presentation depends on the volume of blood loss and can include pallor, bluish discoloration of the abdomen, distension of the abdomen, and shock. Treatment is supportive with volume resuscitation and surgical intervention if needed. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Intra-abdominal bleeding should be considered for every infant who presents with shock, pallor, unexplained anemia, and abdominal distension. Overlying abdominal skin may have a bluish discoloration. [emedicine.medscape.com]

Common Medications That Cause Serious Birth Defects Accutane – Acne medication Ace inhibitors – Blood pressure medication Clomid – Fertility medication Diflucan – Antifungal medication Zofran – Anti-nausea medication Depakote, Tegretol and Topmax – Anticonvulsant [marronelaw.com]

Cerebral palsy can lead to additional health issues such as vision and hearing impairments, learning disabilities, and speech problems. [ml-law.net]

Conditions that cut off oxygen to the infant’s brain, which can result in brain damage, cerebral palsy, hearing impairment, breathing problems and death Bone fractures caused by improper use of equipment such as forceps and vacuums. [rosenfeldinjurylawyers.com]

There may also be an array of cognitive problems, ranging from learning disabilities, behavioral disorders, vision or hearing impairments, or difficulty with speech and the ability to communicate. [willenslaw.com]

Temperament and Behavior : Although parents expect that their infant will cry after birth, excessive crying and high-pitched wails combined with other abnormal behavior, such as refusing nourishment or extreme fussiness, may be signs of brain damage. [medicalneg.com]

[…] injury Delay or failure to perform a cesarean section Brain damage/mental retardation Failure to diagnose and treat preeclampsia Caput succedaneum Injuries from improperly performed episiotomy Cephalohematoma Impaired sexual function Cerebral palsy Incontinence [medicalmalpractice-la.com]

[…] following complications : Pregnancy malpractice/maternal birth injuries – mismanagement of the pregnancy Complications caused by delivery using forceps Abnormal bleeding caused by medical negligence Injury to bowel or bladder Pelvic injuries during birth Incontinence [traceysolicitors.ie]

Those with Cerebral Palsy may also have: Difficulty with vision, hearing, and speech Intellectual and learning disabilities Seizures Abnormal touch or pain perceptions Oral diseases Mental health/psychiatric conditions Urinary incontinence Autism spectrum [dolmanlaw.com]

Those with Cerebral Palsy may also have: Difficulty with vision, hearing, and speech Intellectual and learning disabilities Seizures Abnormal touch or pain perceptions Oral diseases Mental health/psychiatric conditions Urinary incontinence Autism spectrum [dolmanlaw.com]